“Thanks for your service”,
Offered by friends to my son.
“It’s not about me”
His reply with a kind, but…
Instead it’s about
Those we can no longer thank
Because they are gone.
Please thank those still with us
And remember those who’ve past.
~~ Dominic R. DiFrancesco ~~
Yet another name
Etched in the blackest granite
Written with their blood
We are called to remember
Each and every spring–in May
Recognizing them
Honoring their families
Their sacrifices
A debt we can not repay
Except with our hearts and minds
Thank you
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~~ Dominic R. DiFrancesco ~~
At midnight’s stroke amongst confetti and champagne
Give thought to those so far from home.
Too many are they in lands we cannot name,
Worn and lonely; resolved to wallow alone.
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With joy–a smile and alcohols bright cheer
Our horns like trumpets wail.
Forgetting those who could not be here
Our memories so short they do fail.
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Without intention this ailment takes hold
As time our sensitivities does dull.
Our patience and prayers grow tired and old
Succumbing to complacencies lull.
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Remember those who sacrifice without batting an eye,
Ensuring the freedoms the rest of us have, as our fireworks light up the sky.
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~~ Dominic R. DiFrancesco ~~
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AUTHOR’S NOTE: I like to post reminders from time-to-time to give thought to our brave service men and women serving around the world. These are as much a reminder for me as I hope they are for others who may read this. Next time you see a member of the armed forces, thank them for their service, this really does mean a great deal to them.
Dom DiFrancesco 